The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) is pleased with several key announcements in the Federal Budget that recognized many of the group's pre-budget submission recommendations.

"We will also be working closely with the federal government on areas noted in the budget that have been earmarked for consultative review," noted CFA President Mary Robinson. "Overall, it appears this budget is a step in the right direction."

One of the announcements highlighted included the development of a National Food Policy.

CFA is also pleased to see the call for small business deduction relief for farmers and fishers selling to affiliated corporations.

Another announcement highlighted by CFA was the the commitment of $5 - 6 billion to provide high-speed internet to 100% of Canada by 2030.

CFA also noted the support for supply managed sectors following the ratification of trade deals such as CETA and the CPTPP.

The group was also happy to see the continued push for regulatory modernization, building on announcements made in 2018's Fall Economic Statement.

CFA says it will continue to assess and examine the details in the budgetary recommendations to evaluate the true impact it will have on the success of Canadian agriculture.